Study finds 31 Mississippi rural hospitals at high risk of closure

[TexasTowelie]

JACKSON, MS (WLBT) -A new study released today shows one in five rural hospitals across the country are at risk of closing.That’s despite the fact that many of them are vital to their communities.

Consulting firm Navigant’s new study shows Mississippi has more rural hospitals at risk of closing than any any other state. It’s stats that come as no surprise to the state’s hospital association.

“It’s not only an economic issue which drive a community but it is the access to care,” said Timothy Moore, Mississippi Hospital Association President/CEO.

The study shows 31 hospitals at risk of closure. That’s nearly half of the state’s rural hospitals.

Read more: http://www.wlbt.com/2019/02/21/study-finds-mississippi-rural-hospitals-high-risk-closure/